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As of July 1, 2026, child care licensure is managed by the Illinois Department of Early Childhood. For providers, nothing is changing. All licensing representatives and staff remain ready to assist you. If you have questions related to licensure, please reach out to IDEC directly at Questions.IDEC@illinois.gov or your current CCR&R. 

Governor JB Pritzker Heidi E. Mueller, Director

Contract, Budget and Fiscal Information

The DCFS Division of Budget and Finance handles the majority of fiscal functions for the department. The division is responsible for developing the budget; fiscal analysis; rate setting, program planning and policy analysis; payroll and timekeeping and coordinating employee benefits. It is also responsible for administering the department’s contracts and overseeing the processing of vouchers and board payments for foster parents and private providers, accounts receivable, accounts payable, federal claiming and financial reporting on behalf of DCFS.

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How to Report Child Abuse or Neglect

ONLINE REPORTING FORM

1-800-25-ABUSE(252-2873)

CONTACT DCFS
GENERAL INQUIRIES
312-814-6800217-785-2509
CONTACT DCFS
ADVOCACY OFFICE
800-232-3798217-524-2029

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This website is intended to provide information about services and resources for children and families in Illinois.

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